English dictionary
responsibility
nounPronunciation
ɹɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪɾi
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
noun
- a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
noun
- the proper sphere or extent of your activities
Example sentences
we must instill a sense of duty in our children
{'source': 'John D.Rockefeller Jr', 'text': 'every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty'}
he holds a position of great responsibility
it was his province to take care of himself